Associate Medical Science Liaison
Integra LifeSciences
Summary
This entry-level Medical Affairs role is ideal for recent health sciences graduates and health care providers (PhD, PharmD, RN, NP, PA, or similar qualifications) who are passionate about biotechnology, regenerative medicine, and improving patient care. The Associate MSL serves as a scientific expert supporting the communication of clinical and scientific information related to regenerative medicine, tissue reconstruction and repair, biomaterials, and advanced wound care technologies. Working under the guidance of experienced Medical Affairs leaders, the Associate MSL will build scientific and medical expertise, engage with healthcare professionals, researchers and key opinion leaders, support medical education initiatives and contribute to Medical Affairs activities throughout the product lifecycle.
Job description
Key Responsibilities
- Participate in comprehensive Medical Affairs onboarding and therapeutic area training programs.
- Develop scientific expertise in assigned disease states, products, clinical evidence, treatment guidelines, and competitive landscapes.
- Conduct scientific discussions with healthcare professionals under the guidance of senior Medical Affairs colleagues.
- Deliver accurate, balanced, and compliant scientific information in response to unsolicited medical inquiries.
- Support scientific presentations, educational programs, and medical congress activities.
- Contribute to literature reviews, competitive intelligence activities, and scientific landscape assessments.
- Maintain a thorough understanding of applicable compliance, legal, regulatory, and company policies governing scientific exchange.
Technical Competencies
- Strong clinical acumen and ability to interpret and communicate complex scientific information and clinical data.
- Knowledge of clinical research design, evidence generation, and scientific publication processes.
- Understanding of the distinction between scientific exchange and promotional activities.
- Strong presentation and public speaking skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building capabilities.
- Effective project management and organizational skills.
- Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities.
Requirements
- Advanced health sciences degree required (PharmD, PhD, RN, PA, NP or equivalent degree).
- Recent graduates or up to 2 years of relevant experience in academia, clinical practice, biomedical research, biotechnology, pharmaceutical, clinical research, or medical affairs settings.
- Ability to establish professional relationships and engage effectively with healthcare professionals, scientific experts, and researchers.
- Strong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
- Ability and willingness to travel within an assigned territory.
- Strong clinical acumen and ability to interpret and communicate complex scientific information and clinical data.
- Knowledge of clinical research design, evidence generation, and scientific publication processes.
- Understanding of the distinction between scientific exchange and promotional activities.
- Strong presentation and public speaking skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building capabilities.
- Effective project management and organizational skills.
- Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Life Insurance
- Short-term Disability
- Long-term Disability
- Business Accident Insurance
- Group Legal Insurance
- 401(k) Savings Plan
Company overview
Integra LifeSciences Holdings Corporation is a global medical technology company headquartered in Princeton, New Jersey, founded in 1989. As a publicly traded company on NASDAQ under the symbol IART, Integra specializes in developing and manufacturing innovative medical devices for neurosurgery, reconstructive surgery, and general surgery applications. The company is renowned for its pioneering work in regenerative medicine, most notably the Integra artificial skin, which was the first commercially reproducible skin tissue used to treat severe burns and other skin wounds. Integra's comprehensive product portfolio includes surgical instruments, neurosurgical devices, advanced wound care solutions, orthopedic hardware, dermal regeneration products, and tissue-engineered wound dressings. With approximately 3,946-4,396 employees worldwide, the company serves hospitals, outpatient surgery centers, and medical practices globally through direct sales representatives and an extensive distribution network. Integra's commitment to limiting uncertainty for surgeons enables healthcare professionals to focus on providing optimal patient care through simplified procedures and reliable medical technology solutions.